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Welcome to the Microbial Glycobiology Conference
and welcome to Amsterdam!

We are delighted to have you with us from October 4-7, 2026.

This meeting will bring together established researchers, emerging leaders, and early-career scientists to exchange ideas and build lasting collaborations. This year’s program focuses on the many roles of glycans in host–microbe interactions, microbial survival, and pathogenesis.

At the conference you’ll hear about the latest discoveries (often shared here for the first time) ranging from bacterial cell envelope biosynthesis and cell signaling to applied glycobiology. Above all, we hope this conference provides a welcoming and open environment for discussion, inspiration, and new connections.

I look forward to welcome you in Amsterdam.

Marthe Walvoort
Chair of Microbial Glycobiology Conference 2026

Practical information

Microbial Glycobiology Conference
October 4-7, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Venue: Four Elements Hotel

Participation fees

MSc, PhD, Postdoc €600,-
PI (non invited speaker) €850
Member KNCV/NVBMB €550,-
Industry participant €1200,-

Prices include VAT

Early registration ends on the 2nd June 2026.
Registration closes on the 30th of September 2026.

All prices include all lunches, dinners, coffee, tea and drinks during the days.

Pre register

The Venue

The Four Elements Hotel

Conference participants are kindly requested to arrange their own accommodation at the Four Elements Hotel.

Reservations can be made directly by sending an email to:
reservations@fourelementshotel.com,
stating “Microbial Glycobiology Congress” in the subject line.

By booking in this way, participants can benefit from the special conference rates:

- EUR 157 per night for a single room and
- EUR 180 per night for a double room.

These rates are subject to availability.

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